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Between 2011 and 2020, the world witnessed a staggering $1.34 billion in fines paid by the top pharmaceutical companies to the U.S. government for engaging in bribery schemes to boost their drug sales. The...

In December 2024, a group of legal, medical, and public health experts united to file an amicus brief in support of the U.S. government in a groundbreaking patent lawsuit against Gilead Sciences Inc., a...

The potential resurrection of a vaccine safety board has sparked significant interest and debate, particularly with the potential involvement of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. in the process. This development came to light when Senator...

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a prominent figure known for his advocacy on vaccine safety, is on the verge of stepping into the role of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary. This comes at a...

Mass General Brigham, the largest private employer in Massachusetts with approximately 82,000 employees, recently announced its plan to undergo a significant restructuring effort that includes the largest layoff in the organization's history. This decision...

Amidst the bustling streets of Massachusetts, a looming shadow of uncertainty falls upon the biomedical research community. Elected leaders, including Senator Ed Markey, have sounded the alarm on the imminent impact of the Trump...

Heart disease is a pervasive health issue in the United States, affecting men, women, and individuals of various racial and ethnic backgrounds. With one person succumbing to cardiovascular disease every 33 seconds, and over...

The recent upheaval within the FDA due to potential layoffs under the Trump administration has sent shockwaves through the public health sector, raising concerns among experts about the agency's ability to fulfill its crucial...

The LGBTQ+ community may encounter unique obstacles in relation to Alzheimer's and dementia. These challenges can include difficulties in finding inclusive healthcare providers, a lack of adult children to rely on for support, concerns...

The recent announcement from the National Institutes of Health regarding a significant cut in support for indirect research costs has sent shockwaves through the academic and scientific communities. This sudden policy change, which will...

After any crisis or disaster, families find themselves grappling with how to approach the sensitive task of discussing tragic news with their children. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) stresses the importance of filtering...

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has recently made a decision that has sent shockwaves through the scientific community. The prestigious grant program that supports Ph.D. students from marginalized backgrounds is being abruptly pulled...